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A colorful collaboration between students and a small business
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - High school art students completed a mural for a small business in Downtown Paragould. Eleven Paragould High School students spent several days tracing, sketching, and painting a mural for Applelicious Gourmet Apples and Treats. Senior Reese Fulkerson said the idea sprouted from the owner’s generosity.
Maumelle unveils new playground designed for children of all abilities
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The city of Maumelle is set to dedicate its new all-inclusive playground later this week. The Lake Valencia Play and Splash Park playground is designed to provide a safe and engaging environment for children of all abilities, catering to a wide range of physical and sensory needs.
West Memphis School District Launches Search for New Superintendent after Dr. Terrence Brown's Passing
The West Memphis School District has embarked on a search for a new superintendent, following the passing of Dr. Terrence A. Brown in May. According to Action News 5, Dr. Kimberly Wolfe, president of the West Memphis Board of Education, explained that the successful candidate needs to be well-versed in the community's culture and values, as well as being a leader capable of improving academic achievement and supporting the district’s five-year strategy.
Corn College offers tours, training for Arkansas corn producers
MARIANNA, Arkansas — Corn producers will have the opportunity to learn about the latest research and get hands-on training in weed control, insect and disease management, nutrient deficiency identification and more at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s inaugural Corn College on Aug. 7. The training...
Little Rock officials work to reduce vacant structures in the city
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — After a large fire broke out on Monday night in an abandoned building along Asher Avenue, there has now been a resurgence in safety concerns regarding vacant buildings throughout the city of Little Rock. The fire began just after 5:00 p.m. and Little Rock Fire...
Tyson Foods financial recovery: Turning the tide in 2024
ARKANSAS, USA — The financial recovery of Tyson Foods seems well on its way. The food-producing company in Springdale had a well-documented and forgettable year in 2023, reporting an income loss of $648 million. Tyson Foods reported three negative quarters to end fiscal 2023, the company’s first quarterly losses since 2009.
Long-time Texarkana, Ark. woman honored with street topper in neighborhood
TEXARKANA, Arkansas (KTBS) — A long-time resident of Texarkana, Ark., Thelma Evans, was honored earlier this month with a dedication of a street topper named after her in her neighborhood off Charles St. Mrs. Evans is 103 years old and has lived in the same residence for over 80...
Man Wins $500,000 With Scratch Off in Arkansas Scholarship Lottery
Oh, how I wish this would happen to me. But a dream came true for a lucky man playing the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery when he hit the jackpot with a scratch-off ticket he bought on his way to work. Michael R., from Dumas, won $500,000 by playing the $20 "200X...
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